Georges Goven has found hard courts difficult, recording 21–30 across 51 matches (41.2%). The numbers point to a surface that has not consistently suited the game — a key area of opportunity on the calendar.

At Grand Slam level (Australian Open & US Open): Georges Goven has yet to record a win on hard at this stage — 0–2 across 2 Grand Slam matches. Breaking through here would mark a significant step forward on this surface.

5 quarterfinals on hard, including one run to the semifinal — regularly reaching that stage is a solid baseline, with the next step being to break through to the final rounds more often.

By format on hard — best-of-five: 2–3 (40.0%); best-of-three: 19–27 (41.3%). Consistent regardless of format on hard — a sign of a well-rounded game that holds up as matches develop.

Best season: 1971 — 5–3 (62.5%) from 8 matches. The best single-season display to date — a useful reference point as the hard record continues to develop.